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Topic: I've been quiet, but I'm still here. (Read 3048 times)

Just wanted to check in and say sorry for being quiet. I have missed some people's birthdays on here I would rather not have missed. Those people were here for me when I was diagnosed, and now I feel like a dick for missing out on their bdays. I feel guilty for not posting in threads and offering support a lot of the time.

A lot has changed and been happening. I am getting new lab results next week, and this time I am hoping they have cracked the 200 mark as they were hovering on 197, three months ago. My 1 year HIV & AIDS diagnosis birthday is coming up soon too.

I have also been quite sick. I have had a truly rotten chest infection that wiped me out, but I'm on some antibiotics now and hopefully they will squash this infection and get rid of the fevers.

I have accepted the break up with my partner this year, and moved on, though we still share a place together. I have found a new fellow, and I am very happy in seeing where it is going. I also go back to work in a few weeks time so that will be good.

Finally, I have connected with someone very close to me on these forums, and he has been a lifesaver. I find that since connecting with him, I tend to not come here as often, but it still doesn't mean I never have any of you far from my thoughts. Especially my favourites and without naming you, you know who you are.

Anyway I just wanted to let you know I think about you all often, and that I'm still here, still queer, and still woofy.

It's good to hear from you. I was wondering where you had gone and if you're doing well. It sounds as though you're well generally. I hope that you recover soon from your flu bug. You've been a thoughtful , kind and humourous member of our family so please check in from time to time.

Hi Matt,I'm sorry to hear that you have been sick. I'll send a bunch of healing power to you. Get plenty of vitamin C, and Zinc, as those two elements are most helpful in the healing process.I am also glad that you have made a solid connection with someone, because nothing can replace a good friend.Take care of yourself hon. Hope you are good as new quickly.Hang in there sweetums.

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No Fear No Shame No StigmaHappiness is not getting what you want, but wanting what you have.

Glad you checked in with us. Sorry to hear you are under the weather, soon those anti-biotics will kick it out of ya. You've gone through a rough spell lately , and I am glad that things are starting to turn around for you, and that you have made a connection. We all need that ... Make sure to get the fluids you need, and eat well... And get rest !!

I'm glad you posted, I have missed you! Don't feel bad about missing a few birthdays, we have had a DELUGE of them lately....we had a lot of busy parents in the month of November (result : lots of July babies!).

We may be miles apart, but you are never far from my heart. Hope you start to feel much better very soon!

Love you,

Alan

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"Remember my sentimental friend that a heart is not judged by how much you love, but by how much you are loved by others." - The Wizard of Oz

I can relate to the chest infection, it really does knock you around, I just got out of bed recently after spending a week there with a chest infection..but I'm glad to see you back and feeling better..I have missed you mate.

Dear CBear, I am in my third week of a horrible chest congestion thing. I have done two antibiotics and still not better. Yesterday I got some methyprednisolone from my dr. and not only did it really do the job but it has a nice buzz to it. hope you are feeling better.